By Taylor Orr, Noozhawk Business Writer | @NoozhawkBiz | Published on 02.20.2011 | Santa Barbara Noozhawk, Locals Only Success By Design reveals personal stories that drive California’s leading architects Photojournalist and Noozhawk contributor Jenn Kennedy had a blueprint in mind for a book about architects. But she added a deeper dimension to her project when… more
Garcia Architects: Green Walls, Roofs and Buildings for the Greater Good
Sustainable design is finally gaining ground By Elisa Garcia, Garcia Architects | Published on 02.10.2011 | Santa Barbara Noozhawk, Green Hawk Have you noticed the many lush, vine-covered walls around Santa Barbara, such as the one on the Ortega Street parking garage along Anacapa Street? Yes, they’re beautiful, but many people’s first response is, “But… more
Santa Barbara Market Update
Report by Leslie Appleton Young | Cheif Economist | California Associate of Realtors
Three Local Restaurants Are Leading the Way in Going Green
By Megan Birney and Crissy Haley, Green Business Program of Santa Barbara County | Published on 02.02.2011 | Santa Barbara Noozhawk, Green Hawk The Courtyard Café and Coral Tree Café at UCSB, and Backyard Bowls have implemented innovative and sustainable workplace strategies From recycling and composting to alternative transportation and organic ingredients, local restaurants certified… more
In Full Bloom
From Santa Barbara Magazine | sbmag.com Posted online: January 2011 More than 30 years ago, inspired by a European flower stand, Trace Robinson set up her own in a Montecito courtyard. With an eye for design and a heart that stays true to all things organic and sustainable, the now-renowned landscape architect still calls Santa… more